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Scrolling on social media, you’ve probably seen a fair amount of trendy decor influenced by various aesthetics — cottagecore, farmhouse, mid-century modern, vintage, whimsigoth, and botanical, to name a few. Each has its own unique vibe, and it can be hard to keep up with what’s a fad that’ll fade quickly and which styles have true staying power. To help you decipher the shifting trends before we head into spring, we checked in with interior design experts to learn which home decor styles are worth investing in.
“Spring 2026 interiors are defined by a soft but grounded palette paired with nostalgic, handcrafted details,” said Katherine Cohen, Associate Creative Director at Interface, Inc., and its premium design brand FLOR. Cohen’s expertise stems from 12 years in the retail and home design sector, backed by a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a concentration in Textiles Design.
The spring cleaning season is also prime time for decluttering. Yazmin Gutierrez, an award-winning Soho House designer and the Founder and Principal of Sentinium Design, a Los Angeles-based interior design studio, explained that the desire for a refresh also “happens in home decor trends.”
Guierrez noted that during spring, “we move on to things that feel lighter in tone and in feeling,” celebrating this season of natural growth by “swapping heavy decor pieces for fewer, lighter ones.”
If you want your space to look curated and on-trend, read on for eight aesthetics experts believe we’ll see everywhere in spring 2026. We’ve also rounded up some of our favorite styles that make it easy to achieve these looks in your own home.
Nature-Inspired Textures
Expect to see “a lot of rattan, wicker, and seagrass,” this season, according to Gutierrez. In keeping with the theme of spring growth and renewal, pairing these textures with accent pieces inspired by nature in your home can also evoke the popular coastal-chic aesthetic.
Home Decor Collection Sterling and Noble Home Rattan Table Lamp, $24 at Walmart
Latitude Run Boho Natural Rattan Shoe Storage Cabinet, $104 (was $200) at Wayfair
Mainstays 16-Piece Pink Coastal Botanical Bathroom Set, $25 (was $28) at Walmart
Scalloped Edges
In keeping with the emphasis on natural textures and motifs this year, “home decor with a scalloped edge is also here to stay,” Gutierrez said. Scalloped textures reflect the smooth, curving lines of both scallops and ocean waves, adding dimensions to home accents.
Equal parts playful and elegant, we’re seeing the scallop trend on everything from regencycore-inspired area rugs to antique-style lamps. It’s also showing up in bedding, stoneware pieces, and smaller home accents that make it a super accessible way to add style to any room.
Kassatex Le Marais Tray, $32 at Anthropologie
Rgi Water Hyacinth Scalloped Top Basket, $9 (was $13) at TJ Maxx
Thkrlof Wooden Photo Frame, $15 at Amazon
Nostalgic Layers
“Textures and patterns that feel nostalgic are making a comeback,” Gutierrez noted, comparing the shift toward “craftsmanship and integrity of materials” to the early resistance to industrialization during the late-Victorian era Arts and Crafts movement.
Look for high-quality designs that are simple and refined, with a bespoke, heirloom-quality feel. The advent of nostalgia as a trend offers opportunities to really lean into the cottagecore and farmhouse aesthetics.
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Mainstays Mint 10-Piece Comforter Set, $30 at Walmart
Monday Moose Ruffle Farmhouse Tablecloth, $26 at Amazon
Vintage-Inspired Pieces
Similar to the lifecycle of fashion trends, Cohen pointed to a renewed reinterpretation of designs from bygone eras as a possible spring 2026 design theme.
Cohen said that “one of the most compelling patterns we’re seeing is a cyclical return to ideas from the past, particularly as people reassess how they live, work, and consume.” This is ever-present in the retro-inspired designs we’re seeing everywhere right now.
Yarra-Decor Turkish Moroccan Lamp, From $40 (was $49) at Amazon
Beautypeak Arched Vanity Mirror, From $70 (was $139) at Walmart
Jamie Young Kain Faux Shagreen Side Table, $99 (was $200) at TJ Maxx
Heritage-Inspired Textiles
We know florals are, classically, not exactly groundbreaking, but this spring they have emerged as a frontrunner in the design space, specifically when the designs incorporate historically popular textures.
“Heritage-inspired motifs, reminiscent of William Morris florals, are reemerging, especially in textiles like pillows and duvets, bringing richness and storytelling back into everyday spaces,” Cohen explained. Even in larger pieces of furniture, look for bloom-adorned textile details to pop this spring.
Organic Club William Morris Tapestry Pillow, $35 at Wayfair
Laura Ashley Queen Bed Sheets, From $53 (was $90) at Amazon
The Pioneer Woman Sweet Rose Kitchen Towel Set, $7 (was $8) at Walmart
English Countryside Vibes
The surge in popularity of regency-era romance in pop culture, thanks in part to Bridgerton and Wuthering Heights, brings another variation on florals to the fore. Expect to see “a lot of floral prints in pastel colors,” per Gutierrez, who called the style “very English countryside-inspired.”
In keeping with this theme, she also added, “I expect ruched details on lamps, sofas, and pillows to be at their peak.”
Canaan Linen Blend Royal Bloom Floral Pillow, $40 (was $56) at Marshalls
510 Design Mia Ruched Comforter Set, $90 at Macy’s
Tina’s Home Upholstered Wingback Armchair, $250 at Walmart
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Organic Patterns With Movement
“Pattern remains important this spring, but with a more relaxed, organic feel,” Cohen said. Florals and nature-inspired motifs aren’t the only designs you’ll see, though. “Stripes continue to evolve, appearing slightly off-grid or ‘shifted,’ lending a sense of movement and informality,” she added.
Better Homes and Gardens Broken Stripe Multi-Color Rug, $25 at Walmart
Maya Eline Leroy Striped Ceramic Trinket Dish, From $16 at Anthropologie
Battilo Boho Throw Blanket, $28 at Walmart
Warm, Calming Neutrals
Where color is concerned, Cohen said “muted mauves and earthy green tones, particularly pine and olive, anchored by warm browns and soft creams” are neutrals that can “create a calming foundation” for your spring decor.
Cohen added that “butter yellows and other gentle spring hues are layered in as seasonal accents, building on momentum from last year rather than introducing abrupt shifts.”
Cotton Fisherman Throw, $80 (was $170) at Quince
Orren Ellis Saboor Swivel Accent Chair, $250 (was $400) at Wayfair
Ooit Vintage-Inspired Ceramic Vase Set, $32 at Amazon
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